TWO GIRLS

Soyer, Raphael. TWO GIRLS. Cole 33. Lithograph, 1934. A proof aside from the edition of 25, A trial, or working proof before the edition, inscribed in pencil "Artist's 1st proof.". Signed and dated in the stone, and signed in pencil in the lower right margin, just below the image. 11 x 13 1/2 inches (image), 12 1/2 x 16 3/8 inches (sheet). Some tape residue along the top edge of the sheet, and a small loss at the upper left corner, well away from the image, else in excellent condition. A beautiful impression of this very scarce print from the period of the artist's best work.
Inventory # 12043